For those who have never played MTG before, it features fantasy-rich lore and requires the player to summon creatures to attack their opponents. MTG Arena is MTG in its most polished digital format yet, and it is perfect for new and seasoned players alike. Because of this depth, MTG appeals to players of all skill levels and has an enormous amount of room for player creativity. The rules of the game are relatively simple, but player strategy and deck-building can easily take a casual game and turn it into something highly complex. Magic remains one of the most popular TCGs today in both its physical and online formats. Magic: The Gathering is the first TCG ever released, launching its first set in 1993.